Archive · 12 Oct 2026
Jagga Reddy Accuses BJP of Politicizing Shivaji Maharaj’s Legacy
T. Jagga Reddy spoke about Shivaji Maharaj at a ceremony for a statue in Sangareddy.
He said Shivaji should be remembered as a leader for all people, not just one religious group.
Reddy said Shivaji cared about people’s welfare and keeping his kingdom safe.
He also said that Muslim officials served in important roles during Shivaji’s rule.
Reddy accused the BJP of using Shivaji’s history for political gain.
He said wars between kingdoms should not automatically be given a religious meaning.
He encouraged young people to learn about Shivaji’s bravery and leadership.
The article does not include a response from the BJP.
Congress leader T. Jagga Reddy said Shivaji Maharaj should be regarded as a leader of the people, not confined to one religion.
Reddy accused the BJP of distorting Shivaji’s history and using it for political advantage.
He said Shivaji’s priorities were public welfare and protecting his kingdom, beyond caste or religion.
Reddy cited Muslim officials Daulat Khan and Mulla Haider as serving in senior positions under Shivaji.
Speaking at a statue groundbreaking ceremony in Sangareddy, Reddy urged young people to study Shivaji’s life and leadership.
- Who
- Telangana Congress leader T. Jagga Reddy spoke about Shivaji Maharaj and criticized the BJP.
- What
- Reddy said Shivaji’s history should not be confined to one religion or used for political advantage.
- When
- Sunday, according to the article.
- Where
- At a statue groundbreaking ceremony on Sangareddy Bypass Road in Sangareddy.
- Why
- Reddy said Shivaji’s history should be understood in terms of his concern for public welfare and his people, rather than distorted for political interests.
- Speaker
- T. Jagga Reddy, Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee working president
- Subject
- How Shivaji Maharaj’s history and legacy are presented
- Reddy’s criticism
- He accused the BJP of distorting Shivaji’s history for political advantage.
- Officials mentioned
- Reddy named Daulat Khan and Mulla Haider as Muslim officials who held senior positions under Shivaji.
- Event
- Groundbreaking ceremony for a Shivaji statue
- Location
- Sangareddy Bypass Road, Sangareddy
- Audience appeal
- Reddy urged young people to study Shivaji’s life, bravery, and administrative skill.